Algarve Coast Full-Day Private Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Albufeira, Portugal

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5+ bookings last month.

7 to 9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

The magnificent, rocky cliff scenery of the Algarve coast awaits. Beginning at Capela da Nossa Senhora da Rocha, the setting of an ancient fortress, head west to the charming fishing village of Ferragudo. Overlooking the Portimao estuary, you'll have the opportunity to take beautiful photographs before the tour departs to the stunning seaside at Praia da Rocha. Your trip rounds to a close in Lagos, where a guide will teach you the local history, before a visit to the Mercado Municapal and not-to-be-missed marina.

Witness the most noteworthy scenery of the western Algarve Coast
Admission to all the sites is included
Optional boat tour addition at Lagos marina
Stroller accessible with infant seats available for little ones

What's Included

Bottled water
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick Up and Drop Off at the client Hotel, Apartment or Villa
Private transportation

Lunch
Boat Trip (Optional): Extra €25 per Adult and Extra €13 per children
Entrances in Monuments

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We can pick up travelers at their hotel/resort Villas/Apartments if between Albufeira and Carvoeiro areas. The pick up at Hotels located in other areas will have extra expenses

Operating hours
.8:30 am

Itinerary

Capela da Nossa Senhora da Rocha

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ferragudo

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Praia da Rocha

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Lagos

5 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Mercado Municipal de Lagos

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 135 reviews

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Best Tour Host Ever.

Robert_F, Feb 2026

A tour with Johnny is a must do. Fantastic guide who took the time to explain the rich history and traditions. Made sure to make the trip fun for our daughter. He knows everyone and was able to book special lunch etc that may can’t. Great visit and wish we could take him on our all trips. Thank you Johnny.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Mr Robert, Thank you so much for your words and for allowing me to meet your family by booking your tour with me. It really was a great pleasure to know you three and to share a bit of my beautiful region. We were really fortunate with that beautiful. weather. I am really happy that you enjoyed the lunch... that special spot in front of the beach. When there are children on a trip, I never forget about their well-being. Your little girl behaved impeccably. Spectacular. I hope to welcome you back someday. Until then, wishing you all the best. Warmest Regards from the Algarve Johnny ( your tour guide )

Joao(Johnnýs tours) was...

Ronald_B, Sep 2025

Joao(Johnnýs tours) was amazing!!! He was so knowledgeable about the area and its history. His passion and enthusiasm was contagious! Very warm person. He also was flexible with our plans and made arrangement's for a better boat ride for us. His pick of a restaurant for lunch was wonderful.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Mr Ron and Dear Lisa, what can i say after I read your words. Thank you so much for spending precious time to write your review as I know you are still in Portugal exploring my beautiful country. I hope when you leave the Algarve tomorrow, you have a great time in Lisbon, Porto, Azores and Madeira. Your warmth and curiosity made it an absolute joy for me as well. I will be here with open arms when you return, ready to show you even more of my beautiful country! Wishing you all the best until next time, Warm regards, Johnny ☀️🇵🇹 Note: Keep that positive spirit as it is contagious and very positive. Note2: Thank you so much for our conversations. Yesterday, I also learned with you two about your country. As I usually say: " We are always learning "

Amazing Day in the Algarve Region Hosted by Johny’s Tours

Natalya_R, Jul 2025

We had an amazing full day in the Algarve region hosted by Johny’s Tours. Johny is very knowledgeable, has a sense of pride about Portugal, and has the most caring demeanor. This was the best guided tour we’ve ever had and we travel a lot. We got to see some of the most magical places we’ve ever seen! Thank you for this unforgettable experience!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Dear Natalya, Thank you so much for your beautiful words. It is very important for me and your words truly touched me! It was an absolute joy to guide you, Mr Gene and your daughter, through the Algarve and share some of the most magical places this region has to offer. I am so glad the day felt special and unforgettable for you, that means everything to me. Your warmth and enthusiasm made it such a pleasure from start to finish. I hope our paths cross again one day for more exploring and more memories. You will always be welcome here in Portugal! 🇵🇹✨ With gratitude, Johnny ☀️

Our Tour Guide, Johnny...

Rufino_O, Feb 2025

Our Tour Guide, Johnny was amazing. He did an excellent job in explaining everything. He’s very knowledgeable, friendly, and courteous. Overall, we enjoyed it and had an awesome time

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Mr Rufino and Dear Josephine, with was a pleasure to share my beautiful region with you. Thank you so much for spending your vacation time to write your review. I hope to see you when you visit the Algarve again. Greetings from the Algarve Johnny

Wonderful

louise51012, Oct 2024

What a great great day with this private tour in Algarve but what made the big difference was the guide Joâo the Johnny tours. Thanks for all the littles attentions to make our day special … Don’t hesitate one second book this tour now 😎!!

Response from Host, Oct 2024

Dear Louise, Thank you, Thank you, Thank you... your words are important to me. It was a pleasure to be your tour guide. João and Johnny are the same person... Thank for mentioning my name in Portuguese. I hope to see you in the near future... who knows. All the best. Warm Regards from the Algarve João ( Johnny )

Algarve experience

Debra_G, Oct 2024

Johnny took us to amazing spots to see the beautiful cliffs and beaches. Johnny goes above and beyond to make sure you are enjoying the sites and history of his country . Wonderful tour guide who made sure that we not only enjoyed his tour but gave us suggestions and insights for the rest of our trip. Highly recommended

Best tour guide in Algarve

Eva_M, Aug 2024

Johnny was friendly, thoughtful and very knowledgeable! He took my mother and I through the Algarve and curated such a special experience, showing the diversity of beautiful scenery and culture (food and art) of the Algarve. We will never forgot. We saw so much, but never felt rushed. Johnny was very communicative and helpful beyond our trip with him. When the day was over, my mother and I felt sad because Johnny was so amazing, and we didn’t want the day to end! I highly recommend Johnny, and I look forward to meeting with him again the next time I visit Portugal with friends!

Book Johnny for the best tour experience!

Ashley_P, Jul 2024

Johnny truly knows how to create an amazing & unforgettable experience for his clients! Not only does he have the wealth of knowledge to share on the tours, knows the best places to see/visit, but he is fabulous company to be with for a private 9-10hr experience. Not only was the full-day tour the highlight of our entire Portugal trip as he made a bespoke itinerary just for us; but he also provided my fiancé and I with incredible recommendations (in great detail) for the rest of our trip…we are so grateful for his hospitality and care. Johnny Tours is 100% the tour to book!

Johnny’s Tours are Amazing!

Mitzi_J, Jun 2024

Fantastic tour! Johnny took us to many beautiful spots, arranged for us a fabulous lunch, and even took me to a shop to buy more thread :). Lovely day!

A Must Do!

Sandi_L, Apr 2024

This was the highlight of our trip to Portugal. Johnny is the BEST. His communication prior to the day was exceptional, picking us up on time at our AIRBNB. He is professional, friendly, respectful and so knowledgeable about the area. His enthusiasm was infectious. We had a great lunch on the beach, along with some downtime wandering the shops. We saw so many beautiful places in the Algarve's and did not want the day to end. He also provided us with great recommendations for other places to visit. We will surely come back, not only to see more of the Algarves, but our new friend!

One of the best!

Thomas_P, Mar 2024

Jimmy our guide was sensational. His English was excellent as was his knowledge of and enthusiasm for the area. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and were sad when it was over. We highly recommend Jimmy. You won’t be disappointed! 5 stars!!

Book this tour! It was amazing!!

Ketrin_R, Mar 2024

This was the perfect full day tour of the algarve area. Johnny was so knowledge of the area (he’s from there) & had the best hidden gems. Unfortunately the weather was bad and we could not do the boat tour for safety reasons, but at the end of the day I didn’t even care!! We still got to see the most amazing caves and views! He made lunch reservations at Antonio’s on the beach. The view & food was phenomenal. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour & cannot wait to come back & do another one!! Book this tour you will not regret it. Oh and also- he takes wonderful photos— I swear he should be a photographer on the side!

Wonderful Day Visiting Algarve

Lisa_A, Mar 2024

We had a great time on our tour with Johnny. He made our trip one to remember. It was a glorious day!! We would do the tour all over again!!

Johnny’s Tours - the best!

Ria_v, Mar 2024

We could not have had a better experience with Johnny… So knowledgeable and kind. He made sure that we had the best of everything on the Algarve Coast. Food, boat tours, sunset views and so much more. If you are coming to the area, there is no one we could recommend more highly. Obrigado Johnny!!!

Highlight of the trip

Jessica_S, Oct 2023

I highly recommend Johnny’s tour. João (Johnny) was very friendly, knowledgeable, and shared a lot of great history and culture of Algarve. My parents and aunt really enjoyed the whole day and said it was the highlight of their trip. Loved the small details like Wi-Fi in the van.

Spectacular and beautiful

William_H, May 2023

I highly recommend Johnny's tour for full day Algarve private tour. Visiting Lagos and the coastal communities along Algarve is a must see tour.

Algarve coast with Johnny's tours

James_H, Apr 2023

A wonderful day spent exploring the Algarve coast. Johnny, owner and principle guide of Johnny's Tours, made the day very special. He is friendly, knowledgeable and sensitive to interests and limitations. He even gave us written recommendations for the rest of our trip in Portugal! We learned so much and would eagerly book with him again as well as give him an unqualified "Best in Portugal" review.

Merci beaucoup pour cette...

Sylvie_P, Nov 2023

Merci beaucoup pour cette journée extraordinaire.on a eu beaucoup de plaisir en ta compagnie. Johnny !!!

Parfait

DORIANE_B, Nov 2021

Visite intéressante et agréable, avec notre guide, Joao, très professionnel et sympathique. Je recommande sans restriction

Eindrucksvolle Algarve-Tour

Pia_W, Sep 2021

Eine individuell gestaltete Tour abseits der üblichen Touristenpfade. In privater Atmosphäre erkundet man die bezaubernde Landschaft der Algarve. Durch die Geschichten und Informationen des sehr guten Reiseführers werden die erhaltenen Eindrücke zusätzlich mit Leben erfüllt. Eine absolut empfehlenswerte Tour.